An Honest.Art critic is defined by curiosity, honesty and first-hand experience. They describe how an exhibition feels to move through using plain language and careful observation. Meet our brilliant and hardworking team of HACs. Definitely not hacks.
Kate
Kate is drawn to figurative painting, portraiture and exhibitions that reveal something about the people behind the work. She looks for emotional connection, strong storytelling and art that stays with you long after you’ve left the gallery.
Likes: Portraits, painting, storytelling
Usually found at: The Courtauld, National Portrait Gallery and Wallace Collection
HAC since: 2026
Thomas
Thomas is particularly interested in public art, social history and exhibitions that explore identity, community and lived experience. He values work that combines strong ideas with social commentary.
Likes: Social history, public art, contemporary culture
Usually found at: Whitechapel Gallery, Tate Modern and Hayward Gallery
HAC since: 2026
Jacob
Jacob enjoys contemporary painting, emerging artists and exhibitions that experiment with colour, materials and process. He’s especially interested in seeing how artists develop and refine ideas over time.
Likes: Contemporary painting, emerging artists, colour
Usually found at: Hayward Gallery, Serpentine Galleries and Gagosian
HAC since: 2026
Jonathan
Jonathan is fascinated by art history and the connections between past and present. He enjoys exhibitions that reveal new perspectives on familiar artists and uncover overlooked stories.
Likes: Art history, Old Masters, rediscoveries
Usually found at: National Gallery, Wallace Collection and The Courtauld
HAC since: 2026
Lee
Lee is interested in photography, documentary practice and contemporary culture. He values clarity, originality and exhibitions that feel relevant to the world outside the gallery.
Likes: Photography, documentary work, contemporary issues
Usually found at: Tate Modern, Whitechapel Gallery and Saatchi Gallery
HAC since: 2026
Ann
Ann enjoys sculpture, design and exhibitions that reward careful looking. She is particularly interested in craftsmanship, technique and the stories behind how things are made.
Likes: Sculpture, design, decorative arts
Usually found at: Wallace Collection, V&A and Tate Britain
HAC since: 2026
Molly
Molly is drawn to illustration, graphic arts and contemporary visual culture. She enjoys exhibitions that are visually inventive and easy to connect with, regardless of prior knowledge.
Likes: Illustration, graphic arts, visual culture
Usually found at: Design Museum, Whitechapel Gallery and Somerset House
HAC since: 2026
Patrice
Patrice enjoys contemporary art, installation and interdisciplinary practice. She is interested in work that sparks curiosity, challenges expectations and encourages new ways of seeing familiar subjects.
Likes: Installation, contemporary art, experimentation
Usually found at: Serpentine Galleries, Tate Modern and Newport Street Gallery
HAC since: 2026
